2 mins readSubject: Redundancy Letter
Dear [ Employee Name ],
This letter confirms that [ Company Name ] has made the decision to make your position redundant. The purpose of this Redundancy Letter is to outline the redundancy decision, the effective date, the terms that apply, and the next steps required of both you and the company.
Employment terms
Job title: [ Job Title ]
Department: [ Department ]
Employment start date: [ Start Date ]
Effective dates
Redundancy effective date: [ Effective Date ]
Last working day: [ Last Working Day ]
Severance and final pay
Final salary and accrued entitlements will be paid on or before [ Final Pay Date ]. Any severance or redundancy pay due will be provided as specified: [ Severance Pay ].
Notice and conditions
Notice period: [ Notice Period ]. You are required to comply with standard exit procedures including return of company property by [ Return Date ]. Please ensure all company equipment, access cards, keys, and confidential materials are returned as instructed.
Support and contact
We will provide information about available support services and any outplacement assistance where applicable. For questions about payments, benefits, or next steps, please contact: [ HR Contact Name ], [ HR Contact Email ], [ HR Contact Phone ].
Actions required
Please acknowledge receipt of this Redundancy Letter and confirm contact information by signing and returning the acknowledgment below to [ HR Contact Email ] by [ Acknowledgment Deadline ].
We recognise the impact of this decision and appreciate your contributions to [ Company Name ]. We will aim to make the transition as clear and supportive as possible and will provide further details about the exit process and any entitlements due.
Warm regards,
[ HR Representative Name ]
[ HR Title ]
[ Company Name ]
Acknowledgement
I acknowledge receipt of this Redundancy Letter and understand the terms outlined above.
Employee signature: ________________________
Date: [ Employee Signature Date ]
Disclaimer: This is not to be taken as legal or HR advice. Since employment laws change over time and can vary by location and industry, consult a lawyer or HR expert for specific guidance